Activision Blizzard is a well-known name in the video game industry, with three distinct brands: King, Blizzard Entertainment, and Activision. Each brand has its own unique identity and EVP (employee value proposition), which helps the company attract and retain top talent. In this episode of our Employer Branding Podcast, we talk to Alex Horner, the…
Activision Blizzard’s Talent Attraction Strategy: Three Brands, Three EVPs Undercover Recruiter -
Compassion is a vital emotion in a professional setting, helping to build and strengthen team relationships and business collaboration worldwide. However, the physical and emotional strain of consistently supporting colleagues can be taxing, especially amidst the various challenges facing the UK economy. In this article, I’ll explore the repercussions of compassion fatigue in the workplace…
Understanding the Toll of Compassion Fatigue on Workplaces Undercover Recruiter -
Over the past decade, we’ve watched much of the workforce gravitate away from the office to a remote or hybrid model. This culminated in the COVID-19 pandemic, when everyone could work from home. Now, two years later, the workforce has continued its return to normalcy, though that normal looks a bit different. One difference that…
How Remote and Hybrid Workers Can Benefit from a Return to Office Undercover Recruiter -
A recent study from Switch On Business delved into the dynamics of talent recruitment and retention in the competitive tech industry. It provided detailed insights into the transfer of talent among rival tech giants like Google, Meta, IBM, Amazon, and Apple. For instance, it showed that 26.51% of Meta’s workforce has previously worked at another…
New Research Exposes the Dog-Eat-Dog World of Big Tech Recruiting Undercover Recruiter -
The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, with its rapid digital transformation and vast internet user base, presents a dynamic and challenging environment for employer branding. Glynnis Quek, APAC Online Marketing Lead at Google, shares insights on navigating this diverse landscape and effectively attracting top talent. Understanding APAC’s Nuances APAC’s linguistic diversity, evident in over 2,000 languages and…
Navigating Employer Branding in APAC’s Diverse Talent Landscape Undercover Recruiter -
In the big, wide world of global companies, it’s crucial you have the power to send out your top talent to get the job done wherever it’s needed most. Many employees also see international postings as central to their career development. Supporting and encouraging all staff demographics to take advantage of these opportunities increases job…
3 Tips to Support the Safety of Diverse Business Travel Groups Undercover Recruiter -
When it comes to company culture, Netflix is a force to be reckoned with. Its famous “Freedom & Responsibility Culture” presentation has made waves and introduced ideas that are now commonplace, like unlimited paid time off and a radical approach to employee empowerment. But what’s really behind Netflix’s unique approach to company culture? And how…
Netflix: An Employer Brand Built on Freedom and Responsibility Undercover Recruiter -
The surge in the cost of living is deeply impacting both workers and businesses, as the escalating prices of vital commodities and services add to financial strain and psychological stress. A substantial 47 percent of UK employees revealed they have minimal to zero savings remaining by the close of each month. Furthermore, an additional 15 percent indicated…
The Unspoken Privilege of Wellbeing During the Cost-of-Living Crisis Undercover Recruiter -
Proponents of flexible working were exhilarated in July by news that the Flexible Working Bill had received Royal Assent, paving the way for it to become part of the law of the land. Certainly, the UK government was keen to advertise the benefits of the bill, promising that it meant workers across the country would…
New Flexible Working Bill is Neither Flexible, Workable, Or Even New Undercover Recruiter -
To build a resource that better aligns with the soul of our blog, Refresh Leadership has been reformatted and is now the Express Blog. Check out the new Express blog at ExpressPros.blog The Express Blog has a fresh look and will be easier to navigate and search for content tailored to wherever you are […]
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The latest episode of the On the Job podcast is now available! The On the Job podcast series shares inspiring stories about the pursuit of work. Jobs give us a connection to our communities and the ability to provide for ourselves and our families—On the Job presents interesting stories about the way people work and […]
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Creating a successful and productive team starts with finding great employees who fit your organizational culture. And while you may receive hundreds of job applications from interested parties, narrowing down the talent pool to hire the right candidate goes beyond what hiring managers can surmise by reading cover letters and resumes, especially when studies show […]
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Refresh Leadership sat down with a seasoned professional recruiter who specializes in skilled trades from all industries. Melissa Speakers of Express Employment Professionals in Pensacola, FL, has been in the industry for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about this hot job market.
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It’s not uncommon to fall into unhealthy patterns when your job involves sitting at a desk with minimal activity requirements for eight or more hours a day. Add to that the seemingly endless temptation of donuts and other sweet treats supplied by the kindness of coworkers, and you’re bound to see an impact on your […]
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With origins dating back to the end of the Civil War, Memorial Day is a day set aside to honor and remember the brave members of our American military who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedom. We owe a tremendous debt to the heroes who gave their lives to protect and preserve […]
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Stubbornly persistent labour shortages in Canada have left companies over-reliant on a workforce already burdened from recently going through the COVID-19 pandemic, and it’s causing many employees to burn out, according to a new survey from The Harris Poll commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. More than three-quarters of Canadian employees say they felt burnt out […]
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Gaps caused by high turnover at U.S. companies are straining the workforce as 79% of employed Americans say they have felt burnt out in their careers, including 35% who say they are currently experiencing this mental and physical exhaustion. And these workers aren’t alone. Nearly 9 in 10 jobseekers say the same with 45% reporting […]
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